CVE-2012-2202:Directory traversal vulnerability in javatester_init.php in IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security and IBM ISS Proventia Network Mail Security System allows remote authenticated administrators to read arbitrary files.

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The vulnerability identified as CVE-2012-2202 exists in the javatester_init.php file within IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security versions 2.1, 2.5, 2.5.1, and 2.8, as well as IBM ISS Proventia Network Mail Security System. This flaw enables remote authenticated administrators to exploit a directory traversal issue by utilizing a ".." (dot dot) in the template parameter. By leveraging this vulnerability, attackers can read arbitrary files on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Overview

This CVE describes a directory traversal vulnerability present in IBM Lotus Protector for Mail Security and IBM ISS Proventia Network Mail Security System. The flaw allows authenticated remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the system by manipulating the template parameter in javatester_init.php.

Remediation

To address this vulnerability, users and administrators of the affected systems are advised to apply the necessary security patches provided by IBM. It is recommended to update the software to a version that includes a fix for this issue. Additionally, organizations should monitor and restrict access to sensitive directories to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

References

  1. Vulnerability Note VU#659791 - http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/659791
  2. Secunia Advisory 49897 - http://secunia.com/advisories/49897
  3. IBM Security Bulletin - http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21605630
  4. IBM X-Force Exchange - https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76801

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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